Operate-a-Loco Program

The New Hope Valley Railway Operate-a-Loco Program puts YOU in the engineer’s seat.
At the controls of one of our diesel-electric or steam locomotives.

 YOU operate the throttle!  YOU operate the brakes!  YOU are the engineer!!

Why just sit in an excursion car or caboose when you can be in the cab at the controls of the locomotive?
Experience the thrill of being the engineer!

 Certificates are available in the Gift Shop at the Bonsal Depot or telephone the Yard Office 919-362-5416
any Saturday or Sunday to speak to the agent on duty.

 They make a great gift for that special railfan in your life!

 Operating dates include the first Saturday and third Sunday of each month from May to November.

Prices for Operate-a-Loco:   

$125 - historic diesel locomotive
$250 - 0-4-0T steam locomotive

Payment is accepted in cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover.

Fees paid under this program are non-refundable.

The
New Hope Valley Railway reserves the right to substitute equipment,
and cancel or reschedule these events as required by operating necessities

All operations in the Operate-a-Loco Program are handled under the direct supervision of a qualified New Hope Valley Railway senior engineer, and are subject to the following terms and conditions: All operators must be at least eighteen (18) years old, and possess a valid driving license. Only one rider is permitted to accompany the operator in the cab of the locomotive. All riders accompanying the trip must be at least twelve (12) years old. Operators and riders are subject to all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.


Other terms and conditions apply as outlined in the Booking Certificate and Liability Contract.
See the agent in the Gift Shop for further details.


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